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Agoda releases insights on South Korean women’s travel habits
As the world celebrated International Women's Day on Saturday, 8th March, online travel platform Agoda released its latest travel insights about South Korean women.
Vietnam renews visa waiver for 12 countries
Vietnam announced the renewal of its unilateral visa waiver policy for citizens of 12 Asian and European nations until 2028 on Friday, 7th March.
Emirates introduces retrofitted Boeing 777s to Seoul and London Stansted
Emirates will expand the list of cities served by its refurbished Boeing 777 to Seoul, South Korea starting 14 April* and London Stansted in the UK from 7 May*, as aircraft sporting upgraded cabins roll out of Emirates’ retrofit programme and into scheduled service.
South Korea records nearly 1.12 million arrivals in January
The state-run Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) reports that nearly 1.12 million tourists arrived in South Korea in January 2025.
A stronger yen could curb Korean arrivals in Japan
As Japan continues to battle with overtourism, it may soon see a significant reduction in the number of Korean arrivals into the country.
IHG appoints Bryan Chan as its new vice-president for development in Southeast Asia and Korea
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the appointment of Bryan Chan as its new vice-president for development in South East Asia and Korea today, 6th March.
South Korea implements e-Arrival Card for inbound passengers
South Korea introduces the e-Arrival card, allowing visitors to submit their entry information online in advance instead of the current paper arrival form system, which is planned to be unavailable after December 2025.
Asia’s branded residences market is on an upswing
C9 Hotelworks released its Asia Branded Residences Market Update which noted how Asia’s branded residences market is soaring thanks to overseas buyers seeking second homes in playground cities and tropical resort destinations.
EaseMyTrip signs MoU with Korea Tourism Organization
EaseMyTrip.com has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) to enhance Korea’s visibility as a key outbound destination for Indian travellers.
Japan reports a 40.6 percent surge in foreign arrivals in January
Japan reported a 40.6 percent increase in the number of foreign visitors for January of this year, fuelled in part by the Lunar New Year.
KTO unveils the ‘Designated Travel Agency Program’
In addition to the MICE Support and Korea Premium Travel Consultant (KPTC) Program, KTO has unveiled the Designated Travel Agency Program, a strategic initiative under the K-Incentive Scheme 3.0, designed to recognize and support travel agencies actively promoting South Korea.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises presents 12 new Epicurean Explorer Tours
Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises elevates its reputation for world-class culinary travel with 12 new Epicurean Explorer Tours.
HolidayGoGoGo presents overseas tour packages for any budget
Malaysian travel agency HolidayGoGoGo introduces a brand-new range of overseas tour packages designed for adventure-seekers and leisure travellers.
Korean Air is Airline Ratings’ 2025 Airline of the Year
Australia's AirlineRatings.com just named Korean Air as its Airline of the Year for 2025.
Get your queries reverted to in Korean on DOT’s tourist hotline
Beginning in February, tourists can access support from Korean-speaking agents through the Department of Tourism's (DOT) expanded Tourist Assistance Call Center (TACC)
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